October 2025

A adopção de novas estratégias de combate à criminalidade tem constituído preocupação das autoridades do Estado, tendo em vista ao melhoramento das condições de segurança das populações. Numa altura em que a sociedade exige das autoridades que a provisão da segurança pública aconteça num cenário de alinhamento da acção da polícia em concordância com ditames de uma democracia alicerçada no respeito dos direitos constitucionalmente estabelecidos. Com efeito, foi formulada a seguinte pergunta de partida: de que modo a implementação do policiamento comunitário contribuiu na garantia da segurança pública na Cidade de Maputo no período após o Acordo Geral de Paz.Para efeito, para uma orientação metodológica foi colocado o seguinte objectivo, compreender o processo da implementação do Policiamento Comunitário como estratégia válida para a manutenção da ordem, segurança e tranquilidade pública. Para o desenvolvimento deste artigo, foi baseada em abordagem qualitativa, com ênfase à revisão bibliográfica, análise documental aplicação de uma entrevista de onde 6 oficiais da Polícia e 4 membros dos Conselhos Comunitários de Segurança foram entrevistados. resultados indicam que com o advento do AGP houve mudanças na Polícia moçambicana que culminaram com a implementação do Policiamento comunitário que foi determinante para a redução dos altos índices da criminalidade e a restauração da confiança policial, ainda que se tenha enfrentado os seguintes desafios: capacitação da Polícia e da Comunidade, bem como a regulamentação dos Conselhos Comunitários de Segurança. O estudo chegou à conclusão de que a aposta pela estratégia do policiamento comunitário permitiu perceber que a implementação da estratégia por si só não é significativa para assegurar a harmonia, paz e bem-estar social. Assim, é necessário incrementar outras medidas adicionais como, o melhoramento da educação e do ambiente escolar, o fomento do emprego e ao empreendedorismo, à simplificação de ambiente de negócio, e de financiamento de pequenos projectos geridos pelos jovens

Background: This retrospective study was conducted between 2017 and 2023 on 84 patients affected by gonalgia, which was clinically and radiologically documented. Objective: The aim was to assess the efficacy of manual therapy and myofibrolysis. Methods: Patients were assessed clinically and through radiographs, and range of motion (ROM) that was measured using a goniometer and pain level assessed via the VAS scale, both at baseline, 1-2, 3-8, and up to 10 months to 6 years’ post-treatment, were determined. Results: The patients enrolled (19 males, 65 females) aged between 16 and 90 years (mean age 65.8 years). Knee pain was more prevalent on the right side in 50 subjects while on the left in 34. The average number of treatments was 3.1 (ranging from 1 to 6). Radiological severity, according to the Kellgren-Laurence classification, ranged from 0 to 4. The average initial ROM was -31.3° (ranging from 0 to -60°), improving to -13.9° at 1-2 months, -10.1° at 3-8 months, and -8.5° at 10 months to 6 years. VAS score was 5.7 (ranging from 4 to 10), with significant reductions at 1-2 months (VAS mean 3), 3-8 months (VAS mean 2.1), and 10 months to 6 years (VAS mean 1.8). Conclusion: The results suggested that manual therapy combined with myofibrolysis can have a positive impact on improving ROM and reducing pain (VAS). This approach may also reduce the need for addition-al treatments, slow disease progression, and, in some cases, delay or avoid the need for joint replacement.

O presente artigo, visa analisar o Papel das Organizações Internacionais na Observação eleitoral em Moçambique, com enfoque na observação eleitoral, que comporta, o recenseamento, campanha, votação e a divulgação dos resultados eleitorais. Os pressupostos de observação eleitoral contribuem para a credibilização dos resultados eleitorais e consequente legitimação dos vitoriosos. A metodologia qualitativa assente na revisão da literatura, auxiliado pela técnica documental sustentam que a observação eleitoral reduza desconfianças entre os participantes nos processos de votação, escrutínio e divulgação dos resultados, contribuíndo desta forma para a credibilização do processo. Da pesquisa concluí-se ser fundamental nas democracias emergentes que actores internacionais participem nos diferentes processos que comportam os processos eleitorais, findos quais, emitem declarações importantes sobre as eleições futuras.

The rapid emergence of technology-enabled finance has reshaped global financial systems, creating new opportunities for growth, sustainability, and inclusion while introducing unprecedented risks and regulatory challenges. Financial innovation, ranging from blockchain applications and digital payments to green finance and risk analytics, has attracted increasing scholarly attention. Yet, despite the proliferation of case-based and empirical studies, there remains limited systematic understanding of how this knowledge domain has evolved and diffused globally. This article undertakes a scientometric study of technology-enabled finance to map its intellectual structure, thematic clusters, and international impact. Drawing upon a dataset of 456 influential publications indexed in leading academic databases, the study employs bibliometric software VosViewer to identify citation patterns, co-authorship networks, and thematic evolution across key subfields such as fintech, green finance, financial inclusion, systemic risk, and sustainable development. The findings reveal that while technology-enabled finance is inherently interdisciplinary, its scholarship converges around three dominant trajectories: (1) financial innovation as a driver of sustainability and green transition; (2) fintech as an enabler of financial inclusion and entrepreneurial growth; and (3) digitalization as a double-edged sword for systemic stability and risk management. The scientometric evidence highlights the global distribution of research contributions, with significant clusters in emerging markets that underscore the role of financial technology in fostering inclusive development. At the same time, the analysis underscores persistent gaps in regulatory governance, methodological integration, and the alignment of financial innovation with long- term sustainability goals. By providing a structured overview of the intellectual landscape, this study contributes to advancing theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented debates on the global impact of technology-enabled finance. The results are expected to guide future research, inform policy frameworks, and support the development of more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable financial systems worldwide.

Background: Ocular Ischemic Syndrome (OIS) is a rare, vision-threatening disorder resulting from chronic hypoperfusion of the ocular tissues due to carotid artery occlusive disease. It may present with a combination of anterior and posterior segment ischemic changes and often reflects underlying systemic vascular compromise. Case Presentation: A 59-year-old male with a two-year history of hypertension presented with gradual blurring of vision in both eyes for three years. No history of ocular trauma or prior eye disease was reported. Ocular examination revealed best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) of 6/24 in both eyes with compound hyperopic astigmatism and presbyopia. Slit-lamp and fundus evaluation showed retinal hemorrhages and cotton-wool spots bilaterally, suggestive of ocular ischemic changes. Intraocular pressures were within normal limits. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) of the macula revealed ischemic retinal changes. Management: The patient received intravitreal anti-VEGF (Avastin) injections in both eyes, followed by panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) after the first injection. Systemic evaluation for carotid artery stenosis and cardiovascular risk factors was advised in collaboration with a neurologist and a physician. Conclusion: Early recognition of OIS is crucial as it may be the first clinical manifestation of severe carotid artery disease. Timely ophthalmic and systemic interventions can prevent irreversible visual loss and life-threatening cerebrovascular events.

In the digital era, personal branding has evolved from an individual communication strategy into a powerful economic and cultural force, particularly within the Brazilian beauty market. This study examines how digital influencers’ personal brands, through proprietary product lines, shape consumer behaviour, market dynamics, and symbolic value. Employing qualitative case studies of prominent Brazilian influencers, data from market reports and social media metrics were analysed to assess brand construction, engagement, and commercial performance. Findings indicate that authenticity, audience proximity, and social media engagement convert symbolic capital into economic and cultural outcomes, positioning influencers as key mediators in consumption and trend diffusion. The study highlights the structural significance of influencer-led brands, demonstrating their capacity to coexist and compete with traditional market actors, offering insights into the interplay of identity, communication, and commercial strategy in contemporary beauty markets.

This research explores the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based smart façades in advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, emphasizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and quality of life. The study integrates AI algorithms with adaptive façade technologies to create intelligent building systems that dynamically respond to environmental and occupancy changes. Through simulation using a Model Predictive Control (MPC) approach applied to a residential villa in Dammam, the research demonstrates a 33.3% reduction in cooling energy demand, a 26% improvement in daylight performance, and a 29.2% decrease in carbon emissions compared to static façades. The findings validate the feasibility of AI-driven adaptive envelopes as a strategic tool for sustainable urban development in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the study highlights the potential of these technologies to support the Kingdom’s transition toward smart, resilient cities aligned with Vision 2030’s sustainability and digital transformation pillars.

The concept of business sustainability has gained increased importance in both theoretical and practical contexts inside organizations. Numerous scholars argue that the adoption of an organizational culture that places a high emphasis on sustainability is the most effective approach for implementing corporate sustainable strategies, despite the lack of clarity around its specific components and how it may be achieved. This study aims to investigate the purported correlation between a corporate culture that endorses a certain strategy and its implementation of business sustainability principles. Despite the numerous benefits associated with organizational culture and business sustainability, some consequences might arise for nonprofit organizations operating inside the business and organizational sector, commonly referred to as corporate philanthropy. Corporate philanthropy, unlike promoting a specific cause, assists donors in improving the general well-being of the population in their vicinity. Moreover, it has the potential to significantly enhance the efficacy of a nonprofit organization. Nonprofit organizations provide essential services that for-profit enterprises are unable or unwilling to produce. Researchers are particularly interested in assessing the concept of a sustainability-oriented organizational culture, as it has the potential to facilitate the manifestation of a cohesive sustainability-oriented organizational behavior. This evaluation aims to determine if corporations can effectively transform their lifestyles to align with more sustainable practices. This paper examines forthcoming management efforts, research areas, and challenges. The present study focuses on examining the influence of corporate giving on organizational culture and the long-term viability of businesses.

Voter dissatisfaction with the lack of communication from their elected representatives refers to the frustration that citizens feel when they perceive that their representatives are not communicating effectively or transparently with them. In order to analyze the relationship between voter dissatisfaction and the lack of communication from elected representatives, this study was conducted in the Municipality of Alto Molócué, by identifying how the lack of communication impacts citizens' perception of the effectiveness of local governance, trust in institutions and civic participation. The research was conducted through a mixed approach, combining qualitative and quantitative methods. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 679 voters. Data analysis included the use of descriptive statistics for quantitative data and content analysis for qualitative information. The results indicate that most respondents feel that their problems and needs are not adequately addressed by their elected representatives. The lack of effective communication channels and the absence of feedback from representatives were identified as key factors that contributed to distrust in institutions. The study concludes that voters in Alto Molócué have a high rate of dissatisfaction correlated with the perception of incommunicability of their representatives. Furthermore, it recommends the establishment of transparency policies that ensure that citizens have access to information about the performance of their representatives, reinforcing accountability.